WORLD YOUTH DAY KRAKOW 2016 SELECTED RESEARCH RESULTS ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES OF THE LESSER POLAND REGION, INSTITUTE FOR CATHOLIC CHURCH STATISTICS, ADAM MICKIEWICZ INSTITUTE, NATIONAL CENTRE FOR CULTURE World Youth Day Krakow 2016. Selected study results Series: Varia A non-obvious approach to culture and surprising perspectives on history. Books that transcend categories and defy a straightforward classification. In the Varia series we show phenomena, people, trends and opinions which are sometimes contrary and in opposition to obvious associations. Graphic design, typesetting: Monika Rybczyńska Series concept: Tomasz Kukołowicz Chief editors: Anna Kozak, Piotr Pęziński Edited by: Izabela Kraśnicka-Wilk Translated into English by: Klaudia Brejecka-Włodarczyk, Anna Popławska Translated into Spanish by: Aleksandra Żak Proofread by: Beata Stadryniak-Saracyn English version proofread by: Małgorzata Gadomska Spanish version proofread by: Aleksandra Żak Pictures: Fabio Beretta, Paulina Krzyżak, Marcin Mazur, Jakub Szymczuk, Raphael Rodrigues © Narodowe Centrum Kultury [National Centre for Culture], Warsaw 2016 ISBN 978-83-7982-249-2 The National Centre for Culture would like to thank the Archidiocese in Cracow, the organizer of World Youth Day Krakow 2016, for permission to use the rights to the graphic concept of the publication Authors of the studies: Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region Institute for Catholic Church Statistics Adam Mickiewicz Institute National Centre for Culture Publisher: National Centre for Culture ul. Płocka 13, 01-231 Warszawa www.nck.pl www.sklep.nck.pl The National Centre for Culture is a public institution whose aim is to promote the development of culture in Poland. Contents 1. Introduction 10 1.1. Publisher's Note 10 National Centre for Culture 1.2. World Youth Day in Cracow Encouraged Engagement 12 Bishop Damian Andrzej Muskus, PhD, OFM 2. Overview of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 16 Rev. Prof. Józef Stala – Pontifical University of John Paul II 3. Organisational Support of Public Institutions 38 Anna Góral, Weronika Pokojska, Agnieszka Pudełko – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 4. Participants of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 42 4.1. Pilgrims 42 Sławomir Mandes – Institute for Catholic Church Statistics 4.2. Volunteers 51 Maria Rogaczewska – Institute for Catholic Church Statistics 4.3. Group Leaders 54 Ewa Bogacz-Wojtanowska – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 4.4. Polish Society 58 Tomasz Kukołowicz – National Centre for Culture 5. Reception of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 among Pilgrims 62 Sławomir Mandes – Institute for Catholic Church Statistics 6. Reception of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 in Media 72 6.1. Reception in Polish Media 72 Anna Góral, Weronika Pokojska, Agnieszka Pudełko – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 6.2. Reception in Foreign Media 75 Wojciech Wilk – Institute for Catholic Church Statistics 7. Pilgrims and Hosts – Culture Clash 78 7.1. Polish People in the Eyes of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 Participants 78 Ewa Bogacz-Wojtanowska, Sylwia Wrona – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 7.2. Poland in the Eyes of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 Participants 82 Ewa Bogacz-Wojtanowska, Sylwia Wrona – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 7.3. Participants of the World Youth Day in the Eyes of Polish People 84 Ewa Bogacz-Wojtanowska, Sylwia Wrona – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 7.4. Polish Culture in the Eyes of the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 Participants 88 Michał Szostek – Adam Mickiewicz Institute 8. Security at the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 93 Interview with Paweł Majewski, Government Representative for the WYD Organisation 9. World Youth Day Krakow 2016 in Virtual Space 98 Weronika Pokojska, Agnieszka Pudełko – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 10. World Youth Day Krakow 2016 as Tourist Phenomenon 104 Łukasz Gaweł – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 11. Economic Dimension of World Youth Day Krakow 2016 108 Łukasz Gaweł – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 12. Faith, Globalisation & Youth 112 Rev. Wojciech Sadłoń, PhD – Institute for Catholic Church Statistics 13. World Youth Day Krakow 2016 as Cultural Phenomenon 116 Anna Góral – Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region 14. Information on Research Conducted during the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 – Methodological Note 120 15. Biographical Notes 125 1. Introduction 1.1. Publisher's Note National Centre for Culture Initiated by the Saint Pope John Paul II 31 years ago, the World Youth Day is a religious festival that gathers in one place hundreds of young people from all over the world. Since 1995, the event has been enhanced with an additional component in the form of a cultural festival preceding the meeting with the Pope. Therefore, it constitutes an excellent occasion to explore both religious and cultural identity of young people from Poland and other parts of the world who participated in the World Youth Day. This publication is based on research studies on the World Youth Day Krakow 2016 in Cracow, conducted under the cooperation of several institutions. The National Centre for Culture invited the Institute for Catholic Church Statistics (ISKK), the Association of Municipalities and Counties of the Lesser Poland Region (SGPM), and the Adam Mickiewicz Institute (AMI) to present their research results. The combination of various research perspectives allowed for drawing up a comprehensive summary illustrating, among others, cultural and religious characteristics of pilgrims attending the World Youth Day, as well as sources of extraordinary engagement level amongst volunteers. This publication also addresses any issues related to the perception of Poland, Poles and Polish culture amongst attendees both before and after their participation in the World Youth Day in Cracow. This report also presented the economic dimension of this event. The above-described research was conducted to gain better understanding of the social phenomenon of the event, in addition to its cultural aspect, particularly in the context of growing terrorist threat. This publication describes the above- mentioned issue in the form of a presentation of pilgrims’ opinions on security and an interview with the Representative of the Government of the Republic of Poland for the Organisation of the World Youth Day. The subject of the World Youth Day is introduced to readers through an extensive section on the history of the event since its very beginnings, i.e. its launch by the Pope John Paul II, up to now. This report also contains information on the reception of the WYD in Polish and foreign media, as well as its presentation in virtual space, which cannot be ignored nowadays. We believe that every reader will find something for themselves in this publication, which can be accessed online for free. As it has been translated into English and Spanish, we are convinced that it may serves as a source of inspiration and practical knowledge for any future organisers of the World Youth Day. We also hope that it will reach all young people who frequently reflect on today’s reality, in which they enthusiastically participate. 10 | Selected ReSeaRch ReSultS | woRld youth day kRakow 2016 Marcin Mazur – photo woRld youth day kRakow 2016 | Selected ReSeaRch ReSultS | 11 1.2. World Youth Day in Cracow Encouraged Engagement Bishop Damian Andrzej Muskus, PhD, OFM General Coordinator, Organisational Committee of the WYD Krakow 2016 in Cracow "This Day has been crafted from the greatness of your work and prayer." said the Pope Francis to the volunteers of the World Youth Day during the memorable meeting at the Tauron Arena in Cracow, just before his return to Rome. The words of the Holy Father should, however, be referred all persons involved in the organisation of the meeting of the youth on the Polish soil. His words should be referred to thousands of young people, their chaplains, parents and educators, parishes that hosted pilgrims, local au- thorities, institutions and organisations, uniformed and medical services, government agencies, schools, religious orders, as well as sick and disabled persons who supported the World Youth Day with their prayers. The World Youth Day encouraged cooperation between people who do not always work together in everyday life. It was a real lesson on how to build bridges between people, on solidarity and selfless service for the common good. The World Youth Day unleashed the extraordinary potential of young people whose voice was heard in the Church on an unprecedented scale. It encouraged happiness, imagination and enthusiasm. Therefore, I have no hesitation in saying that the phenomenon of the World Youth Day does not end with celebrations participated by the Pope Francis, bishops, chaplains and young people from all over the world. On the contrary, it encompasses many months of spiritual and organisational preparations that were packed with unforgettable emotions and experiences. It will also live on in Polish parishes and communities. The World Youth Day celebrated in July was the crowning of this period, true celebration of faith, rejuvenating energy boost for the Polish society and unique experience of the universality of the Church that is living in us, which is multicultural and fascinating, and shows its beautiful face of the youth. It has opened new perspectives and challenges for the future. Spiritual Enhancement We long for the Church and Poland that we could see during these unforgettable Days. Young people managed to build a unity and community despite cultural and national divides. An operator broadcasting the central events in the Błonia Park captured the image of hands clasped during the. "Our Father” prayer: one was white, the other one was black. This view served as the symbolic image of unity and brotherhood between people who, despite their differences, share their faith in Jesus Christ.